JATAYU STATUE

WORLD’S LARGEST BIRD STATUE

The giant concrete statue of Jatayu is built on a mighty rock named
Jatayupara (para means rock in Malayalam) by the sculptor Rajiv
Anchal. The colossal statue is 200 feet long, 150 feet wide and 70
feet tall, making it all largest functional bird statue in the world with
an enter into the Guinness Book of World Records.

MYTH

Jatayu is an embodiment of valor and chivalry. Risking his life, he
tried his best to save Sitha from her abductor. Hence the Jatayu
sculpture uprights as a towering tribute to women’s safety and
honour. Jatayu also represents a bygone era when humans, animals,
birds and other living forms cared for each other and fellow begins
and lived peacefully on this Earth. In the words of Mr Rajiv Anchal,
this symbolism has great relevance in today’s social scenario since
the crime rate against women is on a high. Each guest at Jatayu
Earth’s Center is requested to understand and emulate the inner
meaning of this inspiring creation.